Teacher Education

"Encouragement from my lecturers has taught me not to underestimate myself"

I chose to study at ECU after it was recommended as a specialist university by friends who had recently graduated in Education. I was able to gain entry using a Cert IV in Business.

My study experience at ECU has been very positive as my lecturers have been approachable and supportive.

Every semester of my studies has resulted in at least two weeks of practical work placement. Each placement has built upon prior knowledge, leaving me excited about my future career.

"Lecturers have first-hand experience"

I chose ECU because of the introduction of the Early Childhood degree to Joondalup Campus in 2012 – this was exactly what I wanted to study.

I have enjoyed the personal relationships I have built with the lecturers at ECU. They have been very approachable for guidance and the most pleasing part is that the lecturers have first-hand experience in early childhood settings.

The benefit of studying at ECU is that first year students can undertake practicums that give real insight into education and working with children.

"Every unit from my degree has been helpful and I have been able to put the skills I have learnt into practice in the classroom."

I have a love for art that I wanted to be able to share with others, so I decided to study Secondary Education at ECU with a major in Visual Arts. During the course I had the opportunity to learn across many art areas including ceramics, painting, printmaking and drawing.

I believe ECU is the best university for Teacher Education as they have a variety of disciplines available and provide so much real life experience in classrooms. I was a bit nervous about going out on practicum placement at first, but I definitely learnt so much out in a real classroom – this experience helped confirm that teaching was the career I want to pursue.